Cucina Moderna
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
74
Score
Cucina Moderna has been inspected seven times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 17, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around five violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Cucina Moderna's latest score of 74 falls below the Miramar average of 78. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
39
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
39
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed quinoa (47-50F - Cold Holding) in flip top cooler. Per operator, item cooked and placed in unit from yesterday. Item did not removed from cooler since. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over milk in walk in cooler. Operator relocate raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw chicken stored over steaks in walk-in cooker. Operator removed chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed quinoa (47-50F - Cold Holding) in flip top cooler. Per operator, item cooked and placed in unit from yesterday. Item did not removed from cooler since.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at dishwashing area. Operator replenished **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
05-06-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed acc on brown like substance buildup on can opener holster.
23-03-4
39
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed aranchini cold held at 44F in flip top cooler. Per operator, item placed in cooler 3,5 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk-in cooler. Operator removed raw fish to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw steak stored over sauces in walk-in cooler. Operator relocate steak. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on pasta stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, pasta cooked on 1/19/24. Operator correctly date marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Observed food manager certification expired on 2/15/2023. Mechref Zeaitir 2/15/2018 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash wash sink block with rolling cart and garbage container in dishwashing area. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed handwash sink at front line used to stored knife. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -Observed employee drinking from an open cup in food preparation area. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between flip top cooler and prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops found in water at 131F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed salt removal from the original container not labeled. Operator label container **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
21
Jul 12, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cucina Moderna last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cucina Moderna on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cucina Moderna?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cucina Moderna.
How does Cucina Moderna compare to other restaurants in Miramar?
Cucina Moderna most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Miramar average of 78.
Has Cucina Moderna's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cucina Moderna have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cucina Moderna means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cucina Moderna inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cucina Moderna is inspected around three times per year on average.
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